VfL Bochum – Hertha BSC

Hertha BSC travelled to the Ruhr and secured a disciplined 1‑0 victory over VfL Bochum, extending their flawless run at the top of the table. The win lifted the Berlin side to 18 points from six wins, while Bochum remained ninth with seven points after two triumphs and three defeats. The solitary goal was enough to preserve Hertha’s perfect record in the head‑to‑head this season, having already beaten the hosts once already. With a goal difference of +10, Hertha now sit comfortably ahead of the chasing pack, whereas Bochum’s -1 margin reflects the narrow gap between their five scored and six conceded. The result keeps the league leaders firmly in control as the campaign heads into its decisive phase.